Otello - The Met 45 years old

Jon Vickers was one of the most magnetic singing actors of the 20th century and Otello one of his greatest roles. He understood how to combine Shakespeare’s rich characterization and Verdi’s dramatic music to create an overwhelming figure, one whose death left audiences deeply shaken. Vickers is perfectly partnered by James Levine’s conducting and the Met’s sensational orchestra and chorus. Renata Scotto is an appealing Desdemona, Cornell MacNeil is a menacing Iago, and Franco Zeffirelli’s production is deservedly legendary.

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Otello - The Met Cast

Name	Character
Cornell MacNeil He was 56, 88 years old when he died
Jon Vickers He was 51, 88 years old when he died

Otello - The Met Crew

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